http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9T17dq-LW-Q

 

nice job on the video - I can listen to that flat six all day. as far as the exhaust movement is concerned, it's totally normal. Take a look at this M3 exhaust video and you'll see the same thing.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVM6fWjNVEk

What's interesting about the M3 is that the exhaust pipes extend as much as half an inch once they reach operating temp (at least I know a few of the aftermarket systems do).

 

To the OP: engines are mounted on soft engine mounts which are squeezed and give with the torsional forces of the engine. When the engine moves (slightly) every item attached to the engine, including exhausts, move too.

Your white smoke is an indication that you have stopped suddenly your engine the evening before... try to let the car idle for a couple of minutes before shutting it off, especially if you just came from a spirited drive.

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Nice Video! Haven't seen a maritime blue in person -- looks great on the video.

 

Thanks for the heads up.

 

Because of that video, I want to add an M3 to my stable!

 

I need to get one of these camera setups. So many possibilities.

 

The active engine mounts in the new GT3 and GT3/RS control engine movement...

 

As with any car, it better move or you will eventually crack something along the system.

 

Bruce,
awesome job. I am impressed about the video image sharpness.
What kind of camera did you use ?
In addition, which video software do you use ?

I have the impression this could become a new hobby for me.

 

mine moves like that too

 

Yeah, it's a GoPro Hero and I mix it with iMovie, here is my latest little clip that I shot at VIR in November.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UV1o3WYsgAY
I've a few more listed under "BruceinCary" on YouTube, enjoy.

 

There is movement in everything. It's engineered, intentionally. The top of modern skyscrapers are designed to sway absurd distances, just like the wings of a large airplane have flex. Branches of a tree, etc.

If there weren't flex in the exhaust, there'd be fissures elsewhere.
CATTMAN

 

You can replace the standard soft 997 motor mounts with WEVO semi-solid mounts. Direct bolt-in, nice looking part. About $200 each (need 2). No apparent change to ride or noise.